What Happens to Your Child’s Google Account When They Turn 13?
Discover how your child's Google Account changes when they turn 13 and what it means for their privacy settings.
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When your child turns 13, their Google Account will convert from a supervised account to a regular account. Parental controls you’ve set will either be removed or limited. Encourage your child to review and update their privacy settings to ensure a safe online experience.
FAQs & Answers
- What changes occur to a Google Account when a child turns 13? When a child turns 13, their Google Account transitions from a supervised account to a regular account. This means that parental controls you previously set will either be removed or limited.
- How can I ensure my child's safety online after they turn 13? It's important to encourage your child to review their privacy settings after their account transitions. Discuss safe online behavior and guide them on how to manage their account settings.
- What are parental controls on Google Accounts? Parental controls on Google Accounts allow parents to manage their child’s account, set limitations on content, and monitor their online activity. After turning 13, these controls are reduced or removed.
- Is it possible to reinstate parental controls after they have been removed? Once the account switches to a regular account at age 13, changes can be made to privacy and security settings, but traditional parental controls are no longer in place. Parents may need to have an ongoing dialogue with their child about responsible internet use.